{"id":68418,"date":"2024-12-20T10:34:35","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T10:34:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=68418"},"modified":"2024-12-23T09:57:39","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T09:57:39","slug":"how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does It Take To Lose 15 Pounds? What Science &#038; Experts Say"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#How_Quickly_Can_You_Lose_15_Lbs\" >How Quickly Can You Lose 15 Lbs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Can_I_Realistically_Lose_15_Pounds_In_2_Months\" >Can I Realistically Lose 15 Pounds In 2 Months?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Is_15_Pound_Weight_Loss_Noticeable\" >Is 15 Pound Weight Loss Noticeable?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#What_Is_The_Fastest_Way_To_Lose_Weight\" >What Is The Fastest Way To Lose Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#The_Best_Ways_To_Lose_Weight\" >The Best Ways To Lose Weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#How_Much_Should_I_Walk_To_Lose_15_Lbs\" >How Much Should I Walk To Lose 15 Lbs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Is_losing_15_pounds_hard\" >Is losing 15 pounds hard?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Is_it_realistic_to_lose_10_pounds_in_a_month\" >Is it realistic to lose 10 pounds in a month?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Has_anyone_ever_lost_30_pounds_in_2_months\" >Has anyone ever lost 30 pounds in 2 months?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#Can_I_safely_lose_50_pounds_in_2_months\" >Can I safely lose 50 pounds in 2 months?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-long-does-it-take-to-lose-15-pounds\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering how long it takes to lose 15 pounds, you\u2019ve probably decided to make lifestyle changes but are unsure where to start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Viral videos of people losing vast amounts of weight in surprisingly short time frames motivate many to want it, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But realistically, how much time does it take to lose 15 pounds?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s examine the science and experts&#8217; recommendations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Quickly_Can_You_Lose_15_Lbs\"><\/span><strong>How Quickly Can You Lose 15 Lbs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The interesting thing about <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/metabolism-confusion-meal-plan\/\">weight loss<\/a> is that the rate at which people lose the same amount varies greatly. It is doubtful that two people weighing 15 lbs over their preferred weight goal will achieve the desired weight loss simultaneously.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, experts at the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have a time frame that we can consider. According to these experts, safe and sustainable weight loss is 1 to 2 pounds a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-weight-growth\/losing-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Losing this weight per week means you should reach a 15lb weight loss goal in about 7.5 to 15 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-56106\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5-Day-Fasting-Diet-Meal-Plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How Long Does It Take To Lose 15 Pounds\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5-Day-Fasting-Diet-Meal-Plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5-Day-Fasting-Diet-Meal-Plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5-Day-Fasting-Diet-Meal-Plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5-Day-Fasting-Diet-Meal-Plan-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/5-Day-Fasting-Diet-Meal-Plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Realistically_Lose_15_Pounds_In_2_Months\"><\/span><strong>Can I Realistically Lose 15 Pounds In 2 Months?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. As mentioned in the section above, the shortest amount of time you can safely take to lose this weight is 7.5 weeks, which is a few days shy of 2 months.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you need to remember, however, is that this rate requires you to consistently lose 2 pounds a week, something that not everyone can achieve. When it comes to how to lose fat, multiple factors can affect the rate at which you lose it. These factors can affect your weight loss rate either negatively or positively.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These factors include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sex<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle mass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amount of physical activity per day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type of medications you are under<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amount of sleep you get per night, and more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221834\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33035570\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/factors-affecting-weight-health\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/nutrition\/articles\/10.3389\/fnut.2023.1192747\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid disappointment, we suggest you set a reasonable goal at 2 months (7.5 weeks) but give yourself 15 weeks (about 4 months) to achieve it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_15_Pound_Weight_Loss_Noticeable\"><\/span><strong>Is 15 Pound Weight Loss Noticeable?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is. A 15-pound <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beginner-running-plan-for-weight-loss\/\">weight loss<\/a> will most likely be noticeable to you and the people around you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from what you see in the mirror or the scale or comments from others, here are some other ways to tell whether or not you have lost weight:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>The Fit Of Your Clothes<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Your old clothes will feel loose and fit loosely around your frame.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>A Change In Your Body Measurements<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you measure your chest, waist, hips, and thighs, the numbers should change and become smaller once you have lost weight, especially around the waist.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Less \u2018Jiggle\u2019 And More Muscle Tone<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More fat makes body parts, such as the upper arms, jiggle in a way that some people don\u2019t want. Working out, primarily through resistance training, helps eliminate the fat and tone the muscles underneath. This muscle toning helps firm up these areas and reduce the amount of jiggle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Reduced Joint Pain<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are overweight or obese and experiencing pain in your joints\u2014hips, knees, and ankles\u2014chances are that the extra weight you are carrying contributes to this pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts and researchers agree that carrying extra weight puts additional pressure on the joints. This pressure can cause wear and tear in the joints and bones, leading to pain and impaired mobility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3623013\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaos.org\/contentassets\/1cd7f41417ec4dd4b5c4c48532183b96\/1184-the-impact-of-obesity-on-bone-and-joint-health1.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/weight-management\/adult-overweight-obesity\/health-risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing the extra fat and weight removes the pressure from these parts, thus reducing pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Improved Mood &amp; Mental Health<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most experts recommend increasing physical activity to improve mental health. Being active improves mood, and research has shown that weight loss can improve overall mental health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5154680\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5893461\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/systematicreviewsjournal.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s13643-022-02067-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Other Signs<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen above, not all signs of weight loss are outwardly visible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some other ways you can tell you\u2019ve lost weight include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved immunity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower stress levels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved quality of life<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A general sense of well-being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK572145\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Fastest_Way_To_Lose_Weight\"><\/span><strong>What Is The Fastest Way To Lose Weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of thinking about how quickly to lose weight, how about tweaking this question and asking, \u2018What is the best way to lose weight\u2019? The initial question will likely give you answers leading to dangerous and unsustainable weight loss. In contrast, the second question answers gradual, healthier, sustainable weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fastest-way-to-lose-100-pounds\/\"> The Fastest Way to Lose 100 Pounds \u2013 A Sustainable Approach<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Ways_To_Lose_Weight\"><\/span><strong>The Best Ways To Lose Weight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips and tricks to help you lose any amount of fat or weight in a healthy and sustainable way<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Eat On A Calorie Deficit<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/1900-calories-diet\/\">calorie deficit<\/a> simply means consuming fewer calories than your body burns daily. This deficit forces your body to burn its fat stores as an energy source, which eventually leads to weight and fat loss. The recommended calorie deficit is 500 to 750 calories less than your daily energy requirements (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4429709\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jomes.org\/journal\/view.html?doi=10.7570\/jomes20065\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Fill Your Diet With Whole Foods<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on whole foods for your weight loss diet to get the best results in your health and well-being. This steady source of nutrition will supply your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs to stay healthy and keep your weight in check.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complex carbs, especially from whole grains, starchy vegetables, and legumes provide your body with the energy required when working out and fiber to help boost satiety.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean protein consumption boosts satiety and increases calorie burn while helping muscle growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to eat lots of fruits and vegetables. These produce items are rich in antioxidants, which are great for your immunity. They are also low in calories and high in fiber, two great things for weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people use fruit and vegetable weight loss smoothies as snacks or post-workout recovery drinks with added protein.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-56123\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Intermittent-Fasting-Meal-Plan-Example-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How Long Does It Take To Lose 15 Pounds\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Intermittent-Fasting-Meal-Plan-Example.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Intermittent-Fasting-Meal-Plan-Example-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Intermittent-Fasting-Meal-Plan-Example.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Intermittent-Fasting-Meal-Plan-Example-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Intermittent-Fasting-Meal-Plan-Example.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Increase Amount Of Physical Activity<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While diet changes alone can lead to fat and weight loss, combining exercise and a<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-diet-quiz\/\"> healthy diet<\/a> offers the best long-term results (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4429709\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical activity can take many forms, such as strength training, aerobics, and balance and flexibility exercises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best weight loss program combines all these forms of exercise, so make sure your weekly routine includes these types of workouts. Remember that you do not always have to push yourself to the limits while working out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply exercising 30 minutes daily, 2-5 times a week, is enough to kickstart your weight loss journey (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/guidelines\/adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Sleep More<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a world that emphasizes \u2018wake up and grind,\u2019 sleeping more can seem crazy, lazy, and perhaps misinformed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you may need to sleep more\u2014at least 7 to 9 hours a night to lose weight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that lack of sleep hinders weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nih.gov\/news-events\/nih-research-matters\/molecular-ties-between-lack-sleep-weight-gain\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6196958\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9031614\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Instead of letting sleeplessness get in your way, try improving your sleep schedule and hygiene for a restful night that allows you to get up and grind in the morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Manage Stress Levels<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will not ask you to avoid stress entirely, as this is impossible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, we will urge you to find ways to manage your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-somatic-exercises-to-release-stress-in-the-body\/\">stress<\/a> levels. Research has linked higher stress levels to increased weight gain and obesity; thus, if you wish to see the scale go down, you must actively find ways to destress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.annualreviews.org\/content\/journals\/10.1146\/annurev-psych-010418-102936\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1471-2458-13-828\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9362746\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10241186\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/\">How To Do Somatic Shaking: A Guide to Releasing Stress and Tension<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Should_I_Walk_To_Lose_15_Lbs\"><\/span><strong>How Much Should I Walk To Lose 15 Lbs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> CDC<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends at least 150 minutes of weekly exercise for weight loss and good health. These workouts could be as little as 30 minutes daily or 2-5 days a week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can start by <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-walking-in-place-the-same-as-walking\/\">walking<\/a> around your neighborhood for 15-30 minutes daily.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, increase the duration to 60 or 90-minute walks when you have time. Add hiking as a walking exercise, as it burns more calories than walking on the ground.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-57780\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/7-Day-Grapefruit-Diet-For-Weight-Loss_-Benefits-Cons-And-A-Sample-Meal-Plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"How Long Does It Take To Lose 15 Pounds\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/7-Day-Grapefruit-Diet-For-Weight-Loss_-Benefits-Cons-And-A-Sample-Meal-Plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/7-Day-Grapefruit-Diet-For-Weight-Loss_-Benefits-Cons-And-A-Sample-Meal-Plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/7-Day-Grapefruit-Diet-For-Weight-Loss_-Benefits-Cons-And-A-Sample-Meal-Plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/7-Day-Grapefruit-Diet-For-Weight-Loss_-Benefits-Cons-And-A-Sample-Meal-Plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_losing_15_pounds_hard\"><\/span><strong>Is losing 15 pounds hard?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any kind of weight loss is challenging. However, your motivation and dedication will dictate the weight loss process. If you learn to enjoy eating healthier and working out (pro tip: find workouts and recipes that work for you, not what\u2019s viral), the process will be much more enjoyable and less challenging.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_realistic_to_lose_10_pounds_in_a_month\"><\/span><strong>Is it realistic to lose 10 pounds in a month?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not quite. According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDC<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guidelines, the most weight you should lose in a week is 2 pounds (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthy-weight-growth\/losing-weight\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In a month, with 4 weeks, the most weight loss you can experience is around 8 pounds. For many, 4-5 pounds in a month is more realistic.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Has_anyone_ever_lost_30_pounds_in_2_months\"><\/span><strong>Has anyone ever lost 30 pounds in 2 months?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some on the internet claim to have achieved this weight loss. However, we would not recommend attempting it. Such drastic and rapid weight loss is not only unsustainable in the long term but also can lead to a slew of health issues (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/261358425_The_Potential_Dangers_of_Using_Rapid_Weight_Loss_Techniques\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_safely_lose_50_pounds_in_2_months\"><\/span><strong>Can I safely lose 50 pounds in 2 months?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you cannot. The weight you can lose most healthily and safely in 2 months is between 8 and 16 pounds. It\u2019s best to give yourself anywhere between 25 and 50 weeks (about 6 months to a year) to lose 50 lbs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Lose_15_Pounds\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to \u2018how long does it take to lose 15 pounds,? the best option is to give yourself ample time &#8211; anywhere between 7.5 and 15 weeks to shed off these extra pounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This realistic number will help you lose weight safely and learn how to keep it off. When you reduce this timeframe, you only do yourself a disservice as on one hand, you may lose the weight but it will all eventually come back just as quickly or you may risk dangerous side effects due to unhealthy weight loss actions. Be patient, follow the healthy weight loss tips mentioned above and the results will come.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re wondering how long it takes to lose 15 pounds, you\u2019ve probably decided to make lifestyle changes but are unsure where to start.\u00a0 Viral videos of people losing vast amounts of weight in surprisingly short time frames motivate many to want it, too. 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